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29 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Dilger, Anesthesiologist in Rochester, MN?
Dr. John Dilger, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Dilger graduated from University of South Dakota and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Ok Coll Med-Tulsa, Family Medicine; U Ok/Tulsa Med Col Afl Hsp, General Surgery. Dr. Dilger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dilger’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dilger’s office at (507) 284-2511.
Where did Dr. Dilger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Ok Coll Med-Tulsa, Family Medicine; U Ok/Tulsa Med Col Afl Hsp, General Surgery | Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: University Of Sd Sch Of Med- Vermillion Sd- | University of South Dakota
Is Dr. Dilger board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. John Dilger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Dilger speak?
Dr. Dilger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Dilger typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Dilger diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Dilger. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
Also known as:
- Kidney Donation
- Organ Donation
- Living kidney donation
- Deceased kidney donation
- Renal donation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z524: Kidney donor
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Dilger typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Dilger performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Dilger. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Brachial Plexus Injection
- Arm Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Block
- Continuous Brachial Plexus Infusion
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64416: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Dilger accept my insurance?
Dr. Dilger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dilger accept in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Dilger in Rochester, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
American Public Life
Bankers Life
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medica Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Dilger's office located?
What is Dr. Dilger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dilger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831179126.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dilger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dilger
What is Dr. John Dilger's specialty?
Dr. Dilger is a Anesthesiologist near Rochester, MN.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. John Dilger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dilger is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is John Dilger accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?
Yes, Dr. John Dilger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Dilger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dilger's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Dilger?
Please contact Dr. Dilger's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Dilger have?
Dr. John Dilger is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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